1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Rally Raid | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2730 mm |
